Senior Carer / Care Coordinator

CareUK247 Ltd; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Cambourne is seeking a Senior Health Carer / Care Coordinator to lead and support care teams, conduct assessments, and ensure high-quality care. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role, with strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000, along with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Ongoing training and development

Pension Scheme

Bupa Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role—Senior Carer, Team Leader, or Care Coordinator.
• Understanding of CQC frameworks and safeguarding duties.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Competent IT and administrative abilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for care staff.
• Provide support, supervision, and spot checks.
• Assist with staff inductions and ongoing training.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and families.
• Undertake care and risk assessments.
• Monitor service delivery in line with CQC standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

IT and administrative abilities

Job description

Overview

Senior Health Carer / Care Coordinator
Location: Cambourne, Cambridgeshire Office (Regus House, Cambourne Business Park, CB23 6DP)
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (depending on experience)

CareUK247 is a leading provider of home care/domiciliary services across East Anglia, delivering personalised support—from live-in care to assistance for individuals over or under 65, as well as specialised care for dementia, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and more. The company operates multiple regional offices, including this hub in Cambourne, and is registered with the Care Quality Commission, with an overall rating of “Good” in effectiveness, caring, responsiveness, and leadership.

Role Overview

As a Senior Health Carer / Care Coordinator based in our Cambourne office, you’ll serve as a support link for care staff, clients, and their families. You’ll deliver leadership and guidance to care teams, conduct assessments and care reviews, and collaborate with health professionals and local authorities to maintain high-quality, person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for care staff
• Provide support, supervision, and spot checks
• Assist with staff inductions and ongoing training
• Foster strong relationships with clients and families
• Undertake care and risk assessments
• Monitor service delivery in line with CQC standards
• Manage complaints and safeguarding matters; maintain accurate care documentation; support audits and reporting for the Registered Manager
• Create new care plans and review existing ones
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, local authorities, and families
• Contribute to team meetings and service improvement initiatives
• Provide cover for field staff when needed

Essential Requirements

• Experience in a similar role—Senior Carer, Team Leader, or Care Coordinator
• Understanding of CQC frameworks and safeguarding duties
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Competent IT and administrative abilities
• A compassionate, professional, and dependable demeanour

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 (Depending on Experience)
• Opportunity to work in Head Office
• A supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Pension Scheme
• Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and development to expand your skills
• A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we care for every day